If you love a classic chocolate Frosty, this homemade version is a fun and easy treat to make at home. It combines chocolate milk, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, vanilla, and whipped topping to create a rich, creamy chocolate dessert with that familiar thick, spoonable texture.
The mixture comes together in just a few minutes before going into your ice cream maker. In about 15–20 minutes, you’ll have a cold and creamy chocolate treat that’s perfect for serving on a warm day or whenever you’re craving something sweet.
It’s easy enough to make ahead, and the recipe makes a generous batch for sharing. Serve it in cups with a spoon—or grab a straw and enjoy it Frosty-style!
Homemade Imitation Wendy’s Frosty
Ingredients
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 2 quarts chocolate milk
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed, other non diary topping will probably work also.
Instructions
Step 1: Whisk the milks
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate milk. Sift in the cocoa powder and stir to combine. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 2: Fold in the Cool Whip
- Use a rubber spatula to fold in the Cool Whip. Stir to thoroughly combine the ingredients.
Step 3: Freeze the mixture
- Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to freeze into ice cream. (Depending on your ice cream maker, it should take about 15 to 20 minutes to reach the right consistency.)
Notes
Nutrition Disclaimer
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